Details News Stages Publications Long title A Bill to impose a duty on public bodies in relation to the welfare needs of animals as sentient beings. Sponsor Kerry McCarthy Labour Bristol East Bill passage Bill started in the House of Commons 1st reading 2nd reading Committee stage Report stage 3rd reading Bill in the House of Lords 1st reading 2nd reading Committee stage Report stage 3rd reading Final stages Consideration of amendments Royal Assent Key Complete In progress Not applicable Not yet reached